Review: BRE Slider Rack for the KLR650

If you are looking to add some additional carrying capacity and functionality to your KLR then look no further than Back Road Equipment (BRE). The BRE Slider Rack for the KLR mounts in the stock location using raised hardware to give you the clearance necessary to fit the large 13x16 inch base over the rear passenger grab bars.

By raising the mounting location the Slider Rack allows more clearance to access the numerous additional tie-down points and the stock toolkit. Finished in a hard coat anodized charcoal grey and constructed of 3/16” 6061 aluminum the Slider Rack is much more rugged than the stock piece it replaces.

The most unique feature of the BRE rack is also its namesake. The slider function uses a simple but ingenious locking puck system to mount virtually any hard case you can imagine. Consisting of four pucks and their associated hardware, mounting and dismounting a top case is as simple as finding the right box for your needs.

For this review we decided to use a sturdy Pelican case to add some waterproof and crushproof storage on the bike. Attaching the slider pucks consists of removing the inner foam of the Pelican to access the hard outer shell. After taking some measurements and lining it up with the rack, drill the four holes through the case and attach the pucks. Use a dab of silicone around the washers if you’re paranoid about water intrusion.

Once the pucks are firmly attached to the case it is a quick maneuver to cinch it down to the rack which can be accomplished in less than ten seconds. This system allows the case to be removed without opening the box. Thoughtfully, the BRE latch features an integrated pad lock window so you’ll never have to worry about leaving the case on the bike overnight.

The major benefit of this rack is its versatility. Using the top case I can quickly load my basic kit and ride throughout the week to and from work. On longer excursions simply remove the case and you have a mounting base that will easily accommodate even the largest dry bags. MSRP: $149.95 BackRoadEquipment.com

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